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Newspaper
Butler Herald
Location
Butler, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1929
Page
5
In a dire warning from a Florida official, the state imposes harsh quarantine measures to halt a devastating pestilence threatening peach trees, fig trees, and bushes. The speaker urges immediate action to uproot and burn infected roots, fearing widespread unemployment and loss if steps lag. The call ends with a rallying cry to Georgia and the people to act now.
A reader explains how blowing can feel hot or cold based on moisture and airflow. Rapidly expelled breath cools skin by moisture evaporation, while a gentler stream with open lips transfers warmth with little moisture. The piece links the effect to a fable from The Pathfinder about a guest and a satyr illustrating the same breath having opposite sensations.
Miss Maggie Ling of Whigham died Friday in Georgia from a rattlesnake bite while picking hedge near her home. Local reports say others attempted first aid and notified authorities as the accident occurred on a recent afternoon.
Atlanta June 1 John Holder chairman of the state highway board spoke to about 500 department employees at East Point bidding farewell. He said he fought hard but faced unfair attacks while stressing faith and loyalty. Col Sam Tate is named successor, with a new sedan gift presented by Thomas J Hamilton.
The cotton situation remains uncertain as acreage figures may not rise this year. Weather and boll weevil pressure dominate, with prospects improving if dry heat persists. Exports and mill demand support a smaller carryover, while quick nitrogen boosts fruiting and early bolls. W. C. Westbrook analyzes mopping with arsenate syrup mix and later dusting as effective control methods.
County Agent Hill urges rational, guided weevil control for cotton in Dodge County. The piece discusses counting, planning, and timely action through picking weevils, gathering squares, and using approved controls to outwit the pest and protect yields.
Do not dwell on a man’s faults but on his anxieties and pains. Recognize kinship to all people and build fellowship in the heart. The guidance urges focus on suffering to foster respect and connection with others.
A 21 year old youth wing walked down from a plane to rescue a 19 year old parachute jumper over Miller Field during the Southeastern Aeronautical Exposition. The girl dangled 1500 feet above the crowd as the man clung to the wing bar and pulled her to safety.
H W Patterson general manager of the South Georgia Power Company told the South Georgia Power Company women’s committee in Americus that critics misjudge the costs of running the electrical system. He cited expenses for research and developments that support modern conveniences, saying the public must recognize the effort behind high rates. About 110 company employees attended the meeting at the Americus Golf Club, led by Memie Kennedy with Marion Rogers directing, with several male employees and local citizens present at Bill Brennan’s invitation.
A columnist remarks that most repentance follows discovery and claims the whole idea is nonsense. The tone is satirical and dismissive, implying posturing guilt lacks substance. The piece critiques moral signaling without citing specific events or individuals.
Atlanta June 1 The 46th annual convention of the Georgia Bar Association concluded with Joseph E Pottle of Milledgeville chosen as president The convention also referred a movement to incorporate the bar to a legislative committee anner editors note Proprietors ater beee ARD
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